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Scarcity versus Abundance: Does Scarcity Kill Creativity?

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Conversations and Contemplations on Creative Leadership: Scarcity versus Abundance: Does Scarcity Kill Creativity?

Of course, if you have read enough business, leadership, or management books over the years the idea of “scarcity versus abundance” is bound to be in your vocabulary. If not, think of it as an attitude on one hand that says there is more than enough of “whatever” to go around. The opposing attitude is that there is a zero sum, a finite amount of, or limited opportunity of “whatever” our “it” happens to be. (more…)

MUSIC VIDEO: A new Easter song “Today A Risen King” w/subtitles

A couple days ago I wrote an Easter song after reflecting on a couple of my favorite old time hymns. The song is “Today A Risen King” and the idea is that in a moment history was changed. The death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus forever changed the timeline, allowing us access to all the blessings of God. When we accept the gift of grace, our history is changed–in a moment! (more…)

Kids Teach Us To Be Present: The Moment Matters

“Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven…” (Jesus)

Matthew 18:3 (NIV)

The moment matters. What does it feel like to be lost in time? I remember as a kid those moments when time seemed to stand still. No wind, sound, or light could move it any faster. Cruising on a bicycle through suburban streets, into open fields, and enjoying apricot fruit freshly picked from nearby orchards captivated countless days. The wash that divided our housing tract growing up smelled awful, which made it all the more fun to explore. There were no cell phones tracking us with GPS. And, we could stay out until the street lamps began the process of warming up. (more…)

Worship Leader/Blogger Rich Kirkpatrick of Temecula, CA Releases 5-Song EP “Drink The Divine”!

For a LIMITED time before the release date on March 15, you can download the entire EP for FREE at http://noisetrade.com/drinkthedivine.com

The following is from the official press release:

LINK to pdf: PRESS RELEASE

For Immediate Release:
Temecula, California
March 13, 2012

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Worship Leader/Blogger Rich Kirkpatrick of Temecula, CA Releases 5-Song EP “Drink The Divine”! (more…)

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